Urban design is an approach to design that designs spaces and their buildings based on geographical location. Further urban design aims to solve bigger issues of economic, social, and environmental…
Representation is a growing concept frequently employed in politics and popular culture. Representation refers to the act of presenting or standing for an idea or community. It involves providing a…
In the interplay of permanence and transience, architecture often stands as an unabashed expression of human desire, chiseled in stone, steel, or glass. But there is also a quieter, more…
Charles Correa is one of the few names that come to mind when discussing an astonishing architect and urban planner in India. Born on September 1, 1930, his contribution to…
Napier Museum is also known as the Government Art Museum, it is one of the oldest art and natural history museums. In the capital city of Kerala lies a gem…
Adaptive reuse in architecture refers to the reuse and repurposing of abandoned buildings into functional ones. This keeps the heritage layer of the building intact whilst embracing minimal resource wastage.…
Kathmandu Valley’s sheer architectural patrimony represents a living synthesis of two great Buddhist and Hindu traditions. Kathmandu Valley’s seven sites of monuments – three Durbar Squares (Hanuman Dhoka in Kathmandu,…
The fundamental tenet of traditional approaches to cultural heritage conservation is that all forms of cultural heritage ought to be preserved for as long as possible. This is primarily founded…
Why do humans need community? ‘Humans crave community’ is a phrase humankind has widely acknowledged as accurate. Since humans established the first few civilisations, there is evidence that people built…
In the heart of Kathmandu, the Boudhanath Stupa is a towering remnant of peace, spirituality, and Buddhist heritage. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979, it stands as a focal…
Designing cities for people rather than just cars is the cornerstone of modern urban planning. When cities are built to prioritize pedestrians, they become more livable, equitable, and sustainable. From…
Fontainhas, often called the Latin Quarters of Goa, nestled in Panaji, Goa, stands as a living testament to the Portuguese influence that once shaped and influenced the landscapes of Goa.…